The Sinaloa crow is a crow native to western Mexico.
Region
Pacific slope of northwestern Mexico
Typical Environment
Found from coastal and lowland areas of southern Sonora through Sinaloa and Nayarit, locally reaching adjacent inland valleys. It favors mangroves, coastal scrub, thorn forest, agricultural fields, and urban edges. The species often forages along beaches, estuaries, and rubbish tips, and will move locally in response to food availability. It is generally a lowland resident and is common around human settlements.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 800 m
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The Sinaloa crow is a small, glossy-black crow endemic to the Pacific slope of western Mexico. It thrives in coastal lowlands, mangroves, farmland, and towns, and readily exploits human-altered habitats. Its vocal repertoire includes harsh caws and buzzy croaks, and it often gathers in noisy communal roosts.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
strong flier with steady wingbeats and short glides
Social Behavior
Usually seen in small groups that expand to larger flocks at feeding sites and roosts. Pairs nest in trees or tall palms, constructing a stick nest lined with softer materials. They are attentive parents, with both adults participating in nest defense and provisioning.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Vocalizations include harsh caws, buzzy croaks, and rattling notes. Calls are loud and carry over open coastal habitats, often given in sequences during group interactions.
